Practical ways to control AI spend without slowing down product.
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Start with visibility: know daily spend, top models, and which product surfaces drive usage. Add budgets per project or team before chasing discounts.
Use smaller models where quality allows, trim prompts, and cache stable instructions. Pair technical changes with ownership: one person or team accountable for AI spend in each major area.